Welcome to the Royal and Ancient Burgh of Selkirk

Selkirk has indelibly stamped itself on Scotland's and the Scottish Borders' ancient past. From being the site of the first Border Abbey to where William Wallace, "Braveheart", was declared guardian of Scotland. The diverse names of Bonnie Prince Charlie, The Marquess of Montrose and the Outlaw Murray have all contributed to create a unique historical tapestry.

Selkirk's main link with a turbulent past is the Common Riding in June, when up to 500 riders saddle their horses at daybreak to ride the Marches. The Casting of the Colours remembers the story of Flodden when Selkirk sent 80 men with the Scottish King and only one returned, bearing a blood-stained English flag. Follow Selkirk's 2005 Common Riding, and see the pictures of the Common Ridings from previous years.